About Us

Welcome to Bethany Christian Church. Thanks for stopping by. Check us out here on the web and then come and visit us in person or send us an e-mail. We’re always glad to make new friends and to welcome new people into our community of faith.

Our motto here at Bethany is “not to be served, but to serve.” You’ll find that most of our members are actively involved not only in service to our congregation but more importantly, in the larger community through many different service agencies and organizations. Welcoming and giving. Come be part of what’s brewing here at Bethany.

Barney McLaughlin, Pastor

About Bethany | Bethany's Vision | Our Statement of Calling | Open and Affirming

Our Motto | Our Goals (2003-2008) | Our Staff

About Bethany

We are a congregation of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). While there are some things that we hold in common with all other Disciples, each congregation is unique. See our Frequently Asked Questions for information about Bethany's basic beliefs.

Bethany's members cherish inclusion of the whole family of God as an important part of their faith. Bethany's members range from the very young to the very mature. That's hard to find in our segmented society. But it is important for young and old alike to know each other and to feel comfortable and learn from one another.

There are currently several families who are second and third generation members of Bethany. Grandparents, parent and children can be found worshipping side-by-side on Sunday mornings.

Bethany's Vision

Thankful for God’s Biblical call to mission,
Bethany Christian Church responds as a “Shalom Congregation” in
prayer, preaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ, worship, fellowship,
education, ecumenical witness, world outreach and service.

We invite others to share this Christian life, and seek to be
a faithful prophetic presence through actions for peace,
justice, and reconciliation for the whole creation.

Our Statement of Calling

We believe that Bethany Christian Church is called to welcome and minister to our community. As we journey together, we seek to claim the promise of a saving, loving, and healing relationship with God through Jesus the Christ.

Open and Affirming

Recognizing the unconditional acceptance of Jesus the Christ, Bethany Christian Church affirms that all people – regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age or disability – are welcome to share fully in the life of our congregation. All members who qualify according to the requirements of our constitution and bylaws are eligible to hold the elected offices of elder, deacon, officer, and trustee.

Our Motto

“Not to be served, but to serve.” (Mt. 20:28)

Our Goals

To develop an expanded music ministry for all ages.

To continue to grow our Christian Education program emphasizing youth ministry.

To develop a ministry focused on families with young children.

To develop a ministry focused on older adults.

To improve the visual presence and accessibility of our facility.

We intend to make use of all our programs as tools for sharing the Good News.

Our Services

Sunday School	9:15a on Sunday Mornings
Worship	10:45a on Sunday Mornings
Chi Rho (youth group)	12:00p alternating Sundays
5th Sunday Singles Lunch	12:15p when there is a 5th Sunday of the month
Choir Practice	7:30p Wednesday Evening

Our Staff


Pastor Barney McLaughlin	Children's Minister Jo-Ann Jennings

Music Director Don Armstrong	Secretary Angie Brock

BCS Administrator
Sandy Randolph